Studying Zinc (Zn) Level in the Blood of Medical Students in Tehran University of Medical Sciences (2001-2)

Abstract

Introduction: In Iran, due to the predominance of calcareous soils, high levels of bicarbonates in irrigation waters, and negligence in the use of fertilizers containing zinc (Zn), little Zn is absorbed by the crops. This study is aimed to determine the serum level of Zn among medical student of Tehran University of Medical Sciences in Iran from 2001 to 2002.